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Hmong refugee pardoned by Michigan governor still faces deportation to Laos
A gubernatorial pardon in Michigan has not ended the deportation threat for Lue Yang, a 47-year-old Hmong refugee and community leader who remains in federal immigration custody and may be sent to a … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/hmong-refugee-pardoned-michigan-governor-162536418.html
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How global cross-cultural folklore and legends shape the monsters we fear
It’s that time of year again when you grab a tub of popcorn and settle in for a cozy evening with a familiar slasher film—a haunted house, a masked villain and the perfect jump scare that you probably … Full story: https://phys.org/news/2025-10-global-cultural-folklore-legends-monsters.html
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‘The Beauty of Korea,’ Altares Y Muertos bike tour, and Hmong New Year: 12 things to do this week
Speculative Drama and Misfit Academy offer the annual one-hour adaptation of “Macbeth.” It’s live, it’s immersive, and it’s outdoors, so make sure you dress for the weather. Shakespeare’s spookiest … Full story: https://www.oregonlive.com/events/2025/10/the-beauty-of-korea-altares-y-muertos-bike-tour-and-hmong-new-year-12-things-to-do-this-week.html
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SNAP benefits for November; Wisconsin lawsuit urges federal funds
Wisconsin joined a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Agriculture on Tuesday, fighting the Trump administration’s decision to stop federal funding for food assistance. Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/nutrition/snap-benefits-for-november-wisconsin-lawsuit-urges-federal-funds/ar-AA1PnBeD
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St. John’s man, Hmong refugee pardoned by Whitmer, remains in ICE custody
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) – Lue Yang, the St. John’s man whom Gov. Gretchen Whitmer pardoned last week, remains in custody. Yang — a Hmong refugee who came to the U.S. in the 1970s as a child refugee — … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/st-john-s-man-hmong-refugee-pardoned-by-whitmer-remains-in-ice-custody/ar-AA1PlX5T
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Pardoned Hmong community leader detained by ICE still at risk
The post Pardoned Hmong community leader detained by ICE still at risk appeared first on AsAmNews. A Hmong community leader from Michigan being held in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/pardoned-hmong-community-leader-detained-by-ice-still-at-risk/ar-AA1PjFwm
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‘Labor of love’: Hmong couple turns flower, vegetable farm into a refuge for visitors
Yia Lee and Chong Ge Vang opened Rainbow Garden Farm in Harris, Minnesota, to the public after the pandemic to offer a refuge for citydwellers. Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/business-work/rainbow-garden-farm-hmong-owned-harris-minnesota/
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Lào Cai’s Hidden Highlands Welcome Seasonal Wellness Journeys at Garrya Mù Cang Chải
In the emerald highlands of Northern Vietnam, Mù Cang Chải — a hidden gem of Lào Cai Province beyond the well-trodden paths of Sapa … Full story: https://www.traveldailymedia.com/lao-cais-hidden-highlands-welcome-seasonal-wellness-journeys-at-garrya-mu-cang-chai/
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Immersive event in Minneapolis marks 50th anniversary of Vietnam War’s end
The immersive digital exhibit, which is sponsored by the Minnesota Council for the Humanities and the Minnesota Historical Society, will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Royalston Square. Full story: https://www.twincities.com/2025/10/24/immersive-event-in-minneapolis-marks-50th-anniversary-of-vietnam-wars-end/
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Thousands expected to attend Hmong Arts Celebration at MOA
The Hmong Arts Celebration will be between 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. on Oct. 25 at the rotunda inside the Mall of America. He said there will be a break between 2:30 p.m.- 3 p.m. Full story: https://www.kare11.com/article/news/local/thousands-expected-to-attend-hmong-arts-celebration-at-moa/89-5fe671c4-abdf-4faa-8e4d-f7d82c01d573
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Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer Pardons Hmong Leader Lue Yang, Aiming to Halt His Deportation from ICE Custody
Governor Whitmer pardoned Hmong leader Lue Yang, potentially affecting his ICE detention and deportation case. Full story: https://hoodline.com/2025/10/michigan-governor-gretchen-whitmer-pardons-hmong-leader-lue-yang-aiming-to-halt-his-deportation-from-ice-custody/
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POLITICAL NEWS: Senate aims to reduce robocalls, spam texts
Stretch of U.S. 10 may be renamed for Army Specialist Levi Hoover; Former aide to Lee Chatfield will testify against him. Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/political-news-senate-aims-to-reduce-robocalls-spam-texts/ar-AA1P7P6d
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POLITICAL NEWS: Senate aims to reduce robocalls, spam texts
Stretch of U.S. 10 may be renamed for Army Specialist Levi Hoover; Former aide to Lee Chatfield will testify against him. Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=68fc511fd58c45ddacc3b614a7db82c8&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.ourmidland.com%2fnews%2farticle%2fpolitical-news-senate-aims-reduce-robocalls-21117587.php&c=9097656010904262535&mkt=en-us
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‘Matrilineal Memory’: Hopi artist reckons with grief in solo show in Minneapolis
Hopi artist opens solo show at All My Relations Arts; artsy rugs at the Weisman and a book reading by Kao Kalia Yang in St. Paul. Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/arts-culture/twin-cities-things-to-do-all-my-relations-kao-kalia-yang-weisman-rugs/
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What languages are spoken most in the St. Cloud area?
Minnesota is home to a high degree of linguistic diversity, with dozens of languages represented in the St. Cloud area. Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=68fba85e01c14b05be1f7c4f59bee1bb&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.sctimes.com%2fstory%2fnews%2flocal%2f2025%2f10%2f24%2fminnesota-home-to-high-linguistic-diversity-unique-languages%2f86427921007%2f&c=2057214131830121984&mkt=en-us
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State Rep. Kaohly Her, St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter’s former policy director, seeks his seat
Her has emerged as a strong fundraiser and one of Carter’s most vocal and aggressive critics in the five-way mayor’s race. Full story: https://www.twincities.com/2025/10/23/state-rep-kaohly-her-st-paul-mayor-melvin-carters-former-policy-director-seeks-his-seat/
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Mason Public School bond on the November ballot
He’s a Hmong immigrant who came to the U.S. in the 1970s as a child refugee. A new bill introduced in the Michigan Senate looks to crack down on spam calls. The open enrollment period for health … Full story: https://www.wilx.com/video/2025/10/24/mason-public-school-bond-november-ballot/
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Garrya Mù Cang Chải ushers in the winter months with its slow wellness offerings
Garrya Mù Cang Chải ushers in the winter days with offerings that blend ancient Hmong healing traditions with contemporary practices. Full story: https://www.traveldailymedia.com/garrya-mu-cang-chai-ushers-in-the-winter-months-with-its-slow-wellness-offerings/